Abstract: Even though construction management is a practice-oriented profession, it is not always easy to cover practical aspects of the content. Construction Management I at the University of Texas at San Antonio is a lecture-based ...

Abstract: Applying advanced technologies and efficient project management techniques helped United States (US) contractors build a strong track record in international construction. Engineering News-Record (ENR) data from the early ...

Abstract: Sustainable building projects gained momentum in the last decade, and the trend continues. This article explores the factors affecting the sustainable building delivery process. It highlights the differentiating aspects ...

Abstract: This paper attempts to find ways to reduce an owner’s construction contingency budget such that just enough contingency is allocated that will allow the owner to deal with uncertainties but at the same time not tie up ...

Abstract: A construction company’s decision to expand into international markets must be based on a good understanding of the opportunities and threats associated with international business, as well as the development of company ...

Abstract: There exist several reasons for construction firms to expand their business into international markets. But the complex international environment is affected by diverse factors and creates risks that are not well understood ...

Abstract: Increased student enrollment and the current poor state of the educational infrastructure require the construction of more school buildings and the renovation of many of the existing ones. The large number and magnitude ...

Abstract: The reasons precast concrete systems are not used extensively in the United States were explored through four mail surveys that were sent to 100 contractors, 100 design firms, 100 precast concrete manufacturers, and 100 ...

Abstract: Building design and construction require the collective effort of diverse project participants. The coordination performance of these project participants is important for effective management and needs to be assessed ...